28 Best American Restaurants in Salinas

The Steinbeck House Restaurant & Event Venue American • $$
132 Central Avenue, Salinas

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Apple Sandwich and Steinbeck Tea
Chicken Brie and Apple Sandwich
Frozen Chocolate Charlotte
Chicken Apple Brie Salad
Steinbeck Brownie Pie
Monte Cristo Sandwich
Chicken Cranberry
Chicken Fajitas
Monte Cristo
Garden Salad

“The food at the restaurant is delicious. All servers are volunteers and proceeds go towards the maintenance of the house. Super knowledgeable docent led tours as well. I believe the schedule is posted on their website. Merchandise and books downstairs are terrific. There are several Steinbeck related souvenirs to choose from and good book selections!“

4.8 Superb191 Reviews
Dudley's Oldtown American • $
258 Main Street, Salinas

Customers` Favorites

Avacado Bacon Cheeseburger with Clam Chowder Soup
Bacon Avocado Cheese Burger
Veggie Omelette with Ham
French Toast Breakfast
Bacon and Eggs Plate
Eggs with Bacon
Bacon Eggs Hash
Chicken Salad
Turkey Club
Tuna Melt

“great customer service. the waitress Lucy was awesome“

4.6 Superb184 Reviews
31st Grill American • $$
32 John Street, Salinas

Customers` Favorites

Grilled Chicken Sandwich
Chicken Fried Steak
French Dip Sandwich
Lemon Pancakes
Chicken Wings
Patty Melt

“It's hard to stand out as a standard American diner but this place was pretty good. I had the Farmer's Bowl with eggs over easy and sourdough. The eggs were perfectly cooked, the steak was plentiful and the potatoes were great as well. I also had a quarter of one of the many burgers (I don't remember what it was) and it was a solid burger. The atmosphere was nice, a little diner on the corner of a busy street. The service was just ok, practical but a little short with us.“

4.4 Superb162 Reviews
Country Kitchen Diner • $
17500 Vierra Canyon Road, Prunedale

Customers` Favorites

Country Steak and Eggs Wheat Toast Extra Gravy Hash Browns
Chicken Fried Steak & Eggs with Country Potatoes
Chocolate Chip Pancake 1 Bacon & 1 Egg
2 Halves French Toast 1 Bacon 1 Egg
Corned Beef Hash Extra Crispy
Biscuits & Gravy with 2 Eggs
Chicken Strips and Fries
Eggs Benedict with Bacon
French Dip with Onions
Short Stack Pancakes

“Best place to start your day having a great breakfast 😋“

4.8 Superb283 Reviews
Growers Pub Pubs • $$
227 Monterey Street, Salinas

Customers` Favorites

Slow Roasted Pub Prime Rib 12oz
Monterrey Bay Calamari
Skirt Steak Sandwich
French Onion Soup
Stuffed Mushrooms
Cabernet Sauvignon
Grilled Artichoke
Prime Rib Dinner
Chicken Marsala
Salmon Filet

“beautiful atmosphere, the food is delicious and the staff was amazing.“

4.7 Superb217 Reviews
Rancho Cielo Youth Campus American • $$$
710 Old Stage Road, Salinas

“Great school and Staff. Highly recommend. Teachers are awesome! My son really blossomed there. Just graduated with a 3.73 GPA He met great friends and has so much confidence now.“

4.8 Superb130 Reviews
The Village Restaurant American • $
1490 Constitution Blvd A, Salinas

Customers` Favorites

Breakfast Sampler Platter
Monterey Bay Calamari
Cinnamon French Toast
Traditional Benedict
Biscuits and Gravy
Huevos Rancheros
Chilaquiles Red
Garlic Bread
Chilaquiles
Skirt Steak

“This is just a great place, and a huge part of our neighborhood. Good food, drinks and atmosphere. Love it!“

4.3 Superb165 Reviews
Mo's River Road Grill American • $
275 River Road East, Salinas

Customers` Favorites

Grilled Chicken Sandwich
Soup of the Day
Spinach Salad
Artichoke Dip
Rack of Lamb
Onion Rings
Baked Brie
French Dip
Meatballs

“Nice setting looking out the horses in the across the street ranch. No need to face the gas station. Friendly, courteous service. Nice guys there. Good delicious and on time. We’ll be back. Recommended.“

4.3 Superb125 Reviews
Toro Place Cafe Inc. Cafe • $$
665 Monterey - Salinas Hwy, Salinas

Customers` Favorites

Eggs Benedict and Biscuits and Gravy
Huevos Rancheros Chile Verde
Fresh Warm Cinnamon Rolls
Chilaquiles Con Huevo
Pulled Pork Sandwich
Short Stack Pancakes
Bacon Cheeseburger
Pigs in a Blanket
Basket of Fries
French Toast

“Hands down the best restaurant serving excellent breakfasts in the salinas valley! Staff is super friendly!“

4.5 Superb186 Reviews
Flying Artichoke American • $
40 Mortensen Avenue, Salinas

Customers` Favorites

Chili Burger
Salad

“Food was delicious and the waitresses were very friendly.“

4.2 Good82 Reviews
Black Bear Diner Salinas American • $
1391 North Davis Road, Salinas

Customers` Favorites

Freshly-Brewed Black Bear Diner Coffee - 96oz
Chicken Fried Steak & Eggs Any Style
Bacon Eggs & Pancakes Family Meal
Biscuit & Country Gravy
Bob's Big Bear Burger
New York Steak & Eggs
Classic Eggs Benedict
Chicken Fried Steak
Chicken and Waffles
Corn Bread Muffin

“nice place to go eat.. with familia“

4.1 Good325 Reviews
Rendezvous American • $
66 West Alisal Street, Salinas

“A true hidden gem, I had never frequented this place under any other name, but as rendezvous I can say is fell in love with this place. Nice and conformable environment, indoor and outdoor seating with heaters. Great service and food was excellent. I hope more people visit this place to keep it around for a long while. Try the appetizers all were really good. And food on point. A definite must.“

3.8 Good6 Reviews
T&A Cafe, Home Of Kleinfeldt Family BBQ Barbecue • $$
1 Harris Rd, Salinas

Customers` Favorites

BBQ Bacon Cheddar Burger and Fries
New York Steak Sandwich
Meat Lovers Burrito
Pulled Pork Sandwich
Chili Cheese Fries
Taco Tuesday Combo
Tri Tip Sandwich
Tri Tip Large
Garlic Fries
Cheeseburger

“the food is always delicious.. I love when I have to pick up here and get to eat here“

4.5 Superb229 Reviews
Denny's Restaurant Diner • $
975 East Blanco Road, Salinas

Customers` Favorites

Beer-Battered Onion Rings
Bourbon Chicken Skillet
Chocolate Chip Pancakes
Flamin' 5-Pepper Burger
Prime Rib Philly Melt
Bourbon Bacon Burger
Double Cheeseburger
Pancake Breakfast
Scrambled Eggs
Zesty Nachos

“This place is great!!! Excellent food This cozy restaurant has left the best impressions! Hospitable hosts, delicious dishes, beautiful presentation and great great customer service I recommend to everyone! I would like to come back here again and again.“

4.3 Superb256 Reviews
Dubber's Oldtown Bar And Grill Sports Bar • $$
172 Main Street Suite 3427, Salinas

Customers` Favorites

Basket of Fries Freak Fries
Philly Cheesesteak Sandwich
All American Burger
Club on Sour Dough
Shishito Peppers
Mac and Cheese
Wedge Salad
French Dip
Nachos

“Great place we stumbled onto at 2:30 in afternoon as restaurant we drove here for was closed between lunch & dinner.
Staff is extremely wonderful 8n many ways. For example, I saw one go out of the way running outside to take a personal item someone left at their table.
We had the veggie sandwich with iced tea & pulled pork with a tap beer.
All tasted great, in fact, the veggie sandwich is the tastiest I've ever had. The pulled pork is also fantastic.
The FRIES ARE SUPER & so good do NOT put anything on them, so tasty as is!“

4.3 Superb235 Reviews
Ariana's Restaurant Breakfast • $
912 Park Row, Salinas

Customers` Favorites

Chilaquiles Con Frijoles Y Papas
Chicken Fried Steak and Eggs
Chilaquiles Divorciados
French Toast Special
French Toast Combo
Cheese Enchilada
Cheeseburger
Shrimp Tacos
Eggs Benedict
French Fries

“Best breakfast spot in Salinas 🔥 10/10 recommend! The staff is so welcoming—they genuinely make you feel at home. You can tell they love what they do and really care about your experience, not just serving food but making sure you enjoy every bite.“

4.5 Superb134 Reviews
Applebee's Grill + Bar American • $$
1301 North Davis Road, Salinas

Customers` Favorites

Half Rack Double-Glazed Baby Back Ribs
Bourbon Street Chicken & Shrimp
Boneless Asian Chicken Wings
Three Cheese Chicken Penne
Side of Crunchy Onion Rings
Spinach & Artichoke Dip
White Queso Dip & Chips
Boneless Chicken Wings
Side Steamed Broccoli
The Prime Rib Dipper

“Had a great experience at Applebee’s. The staff was top-notch—attentive, accommodating, and made sure everything was handled right without hovering. The bartenders are some of the best around and really know how to make you feel welcomed and appreciated. Management even stopped by to check in and make sure everything was going smoothly, which says a lot. Food came out fast, hot, and exactly how it should. Overall, just a solid place with great people and a good atmosphere. Definitely left in a good mood.“

3.9 Good302 Reviews
The Bistro - Eat. Drink. Connect.® American •
17225 El Rancho Way, Salinas

Customers` Favorites

Quesadilla

“Clean, reasonable sized rooms. Friendly staff. They have a lou he/bar which is fairly quiet but easy to grab a bite and stay in“

3 Average25 Reviews
Roadhouse BBQ & Grill Barbeque • $$
721 Vertin Avenue, Salinas

Customers` Favorites

Tri-Tip Burrito

“Amazing food. bathrooms are horrible and not a lot of parking but if you do get a spot YOU MUST try the food.“

4.9 Superb57 Reviews
Red Lobster Seafood • $$
1720 North Main St NEAR, Salinas

Customers` Favorites

Coconut Shrimp with Shrimp Scampi and Coleslaw Salad
Endless Chowder Salad & Cheddar Bay Biscuits
Today's Catch - Salmon New Orleans Full
Wed Special Steak and Lobster Tail
Endless Chowder Salad & Biscuits
Seafood-Stuffed Mushrooms
Perfectly Grilled Fish
New Cheddar Bay Shrimpt
Shrimp Alfredo Pasta
Tuesday Crab Your Way

“Excelente experiencia 🥰🥰🥰😍😍😍“

4.1 Good313 Reviews
Denny's Restaurant Diner • $
1255 De la Torre Street, Salinas

Customers` Favorites

Cold Pancakes with Melted Butter
Bourbon Chicken Sizzlin' Skillet
Bourbon Chicken Sizzlin Skillet
Mile High Denver Omelette
Wild Alaska Salmon Skillet
T-Bone Steak \u0026 Eggs
Free Birthday Breakfast
Abocado Cheese Burger
Sirloin Steak & Eggs
Tres Leches Pancakes

“Good afternoon! I loved the service we received from our waiter, Eduardo. He was very attentive from the moment we arrived, greeting us with a smile. When he took our order, he was very kind and always smiling, very attentive to us. We hope to return very soon and have Eduardo serve us again.“

4.1 Good286 Reviews
Stonies Taphouse & Bistro Barbeque • $$
1366 South Main Street, Salinas

Customers` Favorites

BBQ Pulled Pork Grilled Cheese Sandwich
Mango Fusion Shrimp Taco
Crispy Fried Artichokes
Spicy Chicken Sandwich
Strawberry Funnel Cake
Funel Cake Strawberry
Pulled Pork Sliders
Tri Tip Sandwich
Brisket Sliders
Mango Chelada

“Wonder food and service was excellent.“

4.1 Good256 Reviews
Portobello's on Main American • $$
150 Main Street Suite 116, Salinas

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Quesadilla
Big Bird Sandwich
Breakfast Burrito
Veggie Omelette
Broccoli Salad
Buffalo Wings
Ceasar Salad
Tuna Melt
Calamari
Burgers

“yummy, food. Great service, best brunch in Salinas. We eat at the one in the Taylor Farms building downtown.“

4.1 Good167 Reviews
The Last Call Bar & Grill Bar & Grill • $
9 East San Luis Street, Salinas

Customers` Favorites

Grilled Chicken Sandwich
Philly Cheesesteak
Pepperoni Pizza
Carnitas Tacos
Fried Chicken
Onion Rings
Fries

“Great food and service. Very nice remodel, I ddnt know it was so big inside“

4.1 Good45 Reviews
The Burger Den American • $$
2005 North Main Street, Salinas
3.3 Good7 Reviews
Chili's Grill & Bar Tex-Mex • $
1940 North Davis Road, Salinas

Customers` Favorites

Hot Chocolate Chip Cookie with Ice Cream Drizzled with Chocolate
Steak Fully Loaded Mashed Potatoes and Broccoli
Trio Dipping Sauce with Chips and Dips
Chicken Bacon Ranch Quesadillas
Chili's Secret Sauce Burger
Bottomless Tostada Chips
Bottomless Chips & Salsa
Grilled Chicken Fajitas
Alex's Santa Fe Burger
Southwestern Eggrolls

“Went for graduation celebratory dinner and our server Brian was absolutely magnificent. The customer service was above and beyond. We were a table of 8 that didn't have to ask for refills, they were just brought, extra napkins were brought when our food arrived etc.“

4 Good276 Reviews
Denny's Restaurant Diner • $
2005 North Main Street, Salinas

Customers` Favorites

Country-Fried Steak & Eggs Skillet
Bourbon Chicken Sizzlin' Skillet
America's Diner Cheeseburger
Moons over My Hammy Omelette
Mashed Potatoes with Gravy
Pancake with Chocolate Chip
Philly Cheesesteak Omelette
Mile High Denver Omelette
New York Style Cheesecake
Country Fried Steak & Eggs

“Good place, good service, and good food. Waitress Jen was great always positive attitude. Thank you“

4 Good342 Reviews
BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse Pizza • $$
1730 North Main Street, Salinas

Customers` Favorites

Enlightened Cherry Chipotle Glazed Salmon
Chocolate Chip Cookie with Ice Cream
BJ's Brewhouse Blonde Fish 'N' Chips
BJ's Brewhouse Bowl with Shrimp
Honey Sriracha Brussels Sprouts
Jumbo Spaghetti and Meatballs
BJ's Brewhouse Protein Bowl
Spinach and Artichoke Dip
California Club Flatbread
Chocolate Chunk Pizookie

“The host jojo was nice food was fresh and good“

4 Good558 Reviews

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